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DU09 AVF

2009 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,973 mi
Last recorded87,973 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 AVF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 87,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside panel damage

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 84,309 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside body damage

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 84,301 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside body damage

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 76,092 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 64,390 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 64,390 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mobile phone holder moved out of swept area ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 61,487 miles

Rear suspension corroded but not to excess

Pass 26 Feb 2021 61,273 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing and outer skin corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 60,993 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and clamp missing

Fail 19 Feb 2020 60,992 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

hand brake lever has little reserve travel

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and clamp missing

Pass 15 Feb 2019 60,777 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

hand brake lever has little reserve travel

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2018 56,277 miles

Rear exhaust box has corrosion

Pass 7 Feb 2017 46,561 miles

Rear exhaust box has corrosion but not blowing

Pass 29 Feb 2016 41,470 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 30,539 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 21,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front inner brake pads low

nail in o/s rear tyre

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 25 Feb 2014 21,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front inner brake pads low

nail in o/s rear tyre

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2013 15,997 miles

rear back box corroded

Fail 12 Feb 2013 15,995 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

rear back box corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2012 12,008 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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DU09 AVF is a 2009 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,765 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU09 AVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DU09 AVF registered?

DU09 AVF is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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